Quality Engineer Jobs

Quality Engineers help organizations deliver products and services that meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and performance standards. They identify risks, investigate defects, improve processes, and build systems that support consistent quality. Explore vetted Quality Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Quality Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and level, but often include developing quality plans, analyzing production and service data, conducting audits, leading root-cause investigations, and coordinating corrective and preventive actions. Quality Engineers may also partner with design, manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and customer teams to prevent problems and improve reliability.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with quality management systems, process improvement, statistical analysis, risk assessment, and technical documentation. Familiarity with standards and tools relevant to the industry—such as ISO requirements, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, or root-cause analysis—is frequently valuable. Communication and collaboration skills are important for influencing teams and translating findings into practical improvements.

Industries and Career Paths

Quality Engineers work across manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, technology, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated or quality-focused sectors. Career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering positions, quality management, supplier quality, reliability engineering, or broader operations leadership.

Find Quality Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Quality Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industry requirements, and experience levels to find roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality excellence in high-voltage product innovations. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to support NPI projects, driving compliance and proact...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by ensuring quality compliance and driving continuous improvement in engineering processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective quality assurance methods...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $153K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading end-to-end software testing, combining manual and automated approaches to ensure high-quality applications. Collaborate with teams to establish standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Help us enhance product quality by applying engineering principles to manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, improve standards, and ensure compliance with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure high-reliability electronic components meet stringent aerospace and military standards. Collaborate with customers and suppliers to drive quality assurance and continuous...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance automotive quality standards by leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement, and resolving complex quality issues to enhance customer satisfaction and product excellence in...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of quality engineering by managing supplier performance, ensuring compliance with project requirements, and leading quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to del...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead quality initiatives by managing supplier performance and ensuring compliance with project requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful product launches and maintain h...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $136K *

Create and implement quality assurance processes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to enhance engineering practices and drive operational excellence across variou...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize electrical product quality by enhancing processes, collaborating with teams, and implementing effective controls to ensure compliance with specifications and standards throughout manufacturin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $148K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading initiatives in engineering support, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement in product quality within a collaborative en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $148K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading initiatives in engineering support, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement in product quality within a collaborative en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $110K *

Drive excellence in design quality for medical devices by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and implement robust design control processes through...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by providing expert technical support for IT Test and Evaluation. Collaborate on test methodologies, execute plans, and analyze data to ensure software reliability and compliance in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $131K *

Empower product quality by ensuring compliance and integrity in software development. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and effective testing of digital products, enhancing over...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Reimagine software quality assurance by collaborating across teams to ensure the integrity and compliance of digital products. Drive continuous improvement and implement best practices in software tes...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure quality in digital product development. Collaborate across functions to validate software and firmware, driving continuous improvement and maintaining product integrity i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in pioneering quality assurance initiatives across manufacturing processes. Collaborate with teams to implement standards, enhance product reliability, and drive compliance with indust...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and enhance quality assurance processes by leveraging best practices and analytical skills. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to international standards while supporting co...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and manufacturing excellence by developing strategies, guiding teams, and implementing process improvements to meet rigorous standards and drive zero-defect...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $120K *

Transform product quality performance by leading root cause analysis, collaborating with engineering, and driving quality improvements across teams to ensure compliance and excellence in manufacturing...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

The Quality Engineer will ensure that products meet quality standards throughout the manufacturing process by developing and implementing quality control procedures. This role involves collaboration w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $129K *

Champion quality excellence by collaborating across teams to ensure aerospace products meet stringent standards throughout their lifecycle, driving continuous improvement and compliance with industry...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality systems and optimize production schedules, ensuring the reliability of...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by developing and implementing standards, ensuring product reliability, and leading quality initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Engineer do?question toggle

    A Quality Engineer develops and improves processes that help ensure products or services meet defined standards. Work may include audits, data analysis, risk assessments, defect investigations, and corrective actions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles seek a relevant engineering or technical background, experience with quality systems and process improvement, and skills in data analysis, documentation, and problem-solving.

  • Which industries hire Quality Engineers?question toggle

    Quality Engineers are employed in industries such as manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and technology, as well as other sectors where reliability, safety, or regulatory compliance matters.

  • What tools and methods are useful for Quality Engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued methods include root-cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, Lean, Six Sigma, and auditing. The specific tools and standards vary by role and industry.

  • How can I find Quality Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted Quality Engineer openings on Ladders and review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and experience requirements. Filter opportunities to focus on roles that match your qualifications and goals.